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South West Neighborhood Guide

South West is the most suburban-feeling neighborhood in Hartford proper — single and multifamily homes three miles from downtown, Goodwin…
Goodwin Park Cedar Hill Cemetery Quiet Streets
$333k
Median Price
5/10
School Rating
Where the $333k median comes from

Redfin neighborhood sale median for Jul–Sep 2026 for South West; 63 homes sold there over the 12 months Oct 2025–Sep 2026. One figure for the whole neighborhood; individual homes sell above and below it. We do not publish a low/high range because we do not have a sourced one.

About South West

South West is the most suburban-feeling neighborhood in Hartford proper — single and multifamily homes three miles from downtown, Goodwin Park's recreational amenities out front, and a price-per-square-foot that buyers transferring from New York consistently find hard to believe.

Nearby Neighborhoods in Hartford

Behind the Rocks
$340k
Parkville
$405k
Waddell
$330k
North End
$340k
Verplanck
$340k
Center
$325k
Bowers
$343k
North Thompsonville
$345k

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in South West?

The median sale price in South West is approximately $333k (Redfin neighborhood sale median, Jul–Sep 2026). Individual homes sell above and below that figure depending on size, condition and exact location.

How are the schools in South West?

NeighborSeek shows a school rating of 5/10 for South West, a composite compiled from GreatSchools and Niche ratings where available. It is a starting point, not a verdict: school assignments follow district boundaries, not neighborhood lines, so confirm the assigned schools for any specific address with the district.

What is South West known for?

South West is the most suburban-feeling neighborhood in Hartford proper — single and multifamily homes three miles from downtown, Goodwin Park's recreational amenities out front, and a price-per-squar…

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